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Every homeowner knows that owning a home takes work and can be expensive. Typically, a homeowner should expect to spend one to three percent of the home’s value on home improvements. However, you can always cut costs; let’s look at some smart ways you can save money while you maintain and improve your dream home.

Spend some time in your prospective neighborhood driving and walking through. You should have some idea about the kind of maintenance your new neighbors apply to their homes. If the area seems run down with overgrown yards and untidy homes, you will want to rethink moving into the area.

When designing a renovation for your home, consider the specific circumstances of your house. There are many renovations you could do to your home that wouldn’t fit given the weather conditions or other environmental factors of your area. Make sure the changes you want to make …